The Arts Center of Cannon County has become a hub for the arts in Middle Tennessee. Education is a central tenet of our mission as well as a founding principle. Through its vast array of programming the organization strives to transform itself from an arts center to a community center in the truest sense of the word. Our model arts education program strives to enlighten all elements of our community. The following are important elements of our programming.
photo by Russel Mobley
School Matinee Program
Entering its 17th year, our School Matinee Program provides educational programming for over 15,000 students annually from a six plus county area. Utilizing all volunteer performers, this unique program introduces students of all ages to what is on many occasions their first formal arts experience. In addition the Arts Center is committed to using student actors in this series giving kids a chance to "reach a new stage."
photo by Russel Mobley
Summer Youth Conservatory
This ongoing summer program consists of three multi-week sessions of intensive theatrical training for students ages 6-18, including classes in acting, creative writing, stage movement, and a workshop in which students write and produce their own show.
photo by Russel Mobley
Summer Youth Musical
We kicked off this exciting program in 2007 with the blockbuster "High School Musical" and we haven't slowed down yet. Our commitment to providing a summer outlet for High School students to cut loose continued with the smash hits "Footloose" , "West Side Story", "High School Musical 2" and "13". Keep your ear to the ground for the next big summer hit. Auditions will be posted on our website.
For more information on our educational programs contact:
Contact scarlett@artscenterofcc.com or donald@artscenterofcc.com
